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With numerous dog-friendly beaches (the majority of which welcome dogs all year round, without restrictions!), Dorset is a dog walker's haven - so if you are planning to a trip to this stunning part of the South West sometime soon, then you and your pup will be spoilt for choice! Read on for more.

A holiday just isn’t the same without your ever-dedicated canine chum by your side - that’s why over half of the Premier Cottages members offer dog-friendly cottages from which you can explore the glorious Great British countryside.

For lovers of literature, an author or even a particular book can be a good enough reason for a holiday. So, it’s not surprising that given 2017 is set to be a bumper year for literary anniversaries, VisitEngland has designated it “Year of Literary Heroes”. Read on to find out more.

If you’re looking forward to a break with the family this year, a self-catering cottage could be the right choice. If you have a baby or younger children you will know the importance of well-equipped accommodation. It is also important to consider local amenities and where your self-catering cottage is located. Here are our top three tips for choosing the perfect self-catering cottage for your family holiday.

Thomas Hardy is Dorset’s most famous writer. Born in 1840 in a cottage in Higher Bockhampton near Dorchester, he had only a modest education but soon became one of the most famous and influential writers of his time.